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Surgery - General

General surgery is the basic discipline from which other surgical subspecialties have emerged. Surgery, by definition, deals with diseases or injuries that require operative procedures.

Values & Personality Traits of Physicians in Surgery - General

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Values Match

Specialists Value
  • Achievement
  • Decision making
  • Independence
  • Taking care of people
  • Variety
Specialists do not value
  • Feedback from others
  • Prestige
  • Security
  • Sufficient time off

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The American College of Surgeons
The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of the surgical patient and to safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.... MORE >

SDN Surgery Forum
Discuss surgery with your peers on the Student Doctor Network community forums... MORE >


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